Itinerary
- Day 1
Departure
Your Sri Lanka adventure kicks off today as you head to the airport and board your flight. You're looking at a long journey ahead, so settle in for the ride and get mentally prepared for what's coming. Tropical heat, ancient temples, and coastal scenery are all waiting for you on the other side of this flight.
- Day 2
Colombo to Kandy
Touch down in Sri Lanka and make your way to Kandy, the country's last royal city. Once you arrive and check into your accommodation, start walking around to get a feel for the place. The colonial architecture lines the streets, and after you've explored a bit, head to Queen's Pub Royal to grab a drink. The 19th-century atmosphere there gives you a real sense of the city's history.
Included Activities
- Private transfer from Colombo to Kandy
Optional Activities
- Explore colonial buildings in Kandy's streets
- Visit Queen's Pub Royal
Landmarks Queen's Pub Royal 
- Day 3
Kandy
This morning you'll hop in a tuk tuk and drive through Kandy's landscape to reach the Temple of the Tooth. Inside, you'll find monks going about their day, golden ornaments catching the light, and the sacred Buddha's tooth relic kept in a calm, quiet setting. The whole experience feels quite spiritual and different from typical tourist spots.
Optional Activities
- Tuk tuk tour through Kandy's landscape (payable on site)
- Visit Temple of the Tooth (payable on site)
Landmarks Temple of the Tooth - Day 4
Ambuluwawa Tower
Head out early for a day trip to Ambuluwawa Tower, which sits about 30 km outside Kandy in green hills. The white spiral tower stands out against the landscape. You can climb up to the top for 360-degree views of the surrounding area, or if climbing isn't appealing, you can just walk around the grounds and take in the scenery from below.
Optional Activities
- Tuk tuk transfer to Ambuluwawa Tower (payable on site)
- Climb Ambuluwawa Tower for 360-degree views (payable on site)
Landmarks Ambuluwawa Tower - Day 5
Kandy to Colombo
Leave Kandy behind and travel to Colombo, Sri Lanka's capital city. After you check in, start exploring the temples and landmarks scattered throughout. Gangaramaya Temple holds hundreds of Buddha statues, the World Trade Center towers dominate the skyline, and the red-and-white Jami-Ul-Alfar Mosque stands out with its striking color. You'll cover a lot of ground today.
Included Activities
- Private transfer from Kandy to Colombo
Optional Activities
- Visit Gangaramaya Temple (payable on site)
- View World Trade Center twin towers
- Visit Jami-Ul-Alfar Mosque
- Try local kottu or curry rice
Landmarks Gangaramaya Temple World Trade Center Jami-Ul-Alfar Mosque 
- Day 6
Colombo
Spend the day getting to know Colombo on your own terms. Navigate the colorful chaos of Pettah Market where vendors call out and the energy is high, then take a break in Viharamahadevi Park to catch your breath. Later, head to Galle Face Green Promenade to watch the sunset, and grab some street food like samosas and hoppers from local vendors along the way.
Optional Activities
- Explore Pettah Market
- Relax in Viharamahadevi Park
- Visit Galle Face Green Promenade for sunset views
- Sample street food (samosas, hoppers, fresh mango)
Landmarks Pettah Market Viharamahadevi Park Galle Face Green Promenade 
- Day 7
Colombo to Weligama
Travel south to Weligama, a coastal town with a laid-back surfer vibe. Get settled into your place, then head straight to the beach barefoot. Walk around to find boho bars where you can sip coconut smoothies and watch surfers work the waves. If you feel like it, wade into the ocean for your first swim of the trip.
Included Activities
- Private transfer from Colombo to Weligama
Optional Activities
- Relax in beach bars
- Swim or surf in the ocean
- Watch sunset
Landmarks Weligama Beach 
- Day 8
Weligama
Today's all about the water and waves. Rent a surfboard and paddle out to catch some waves, or sign up for a beginner surf lesson at the local school if you'd rather have some instruction. Not interested in surfing? That's fine too, just find a spot on the golden beach, order a smoothie, and listen to the ocean.
Optional Activities
- Rent surfboard and surf (payable locally)
- Surf lesson at local surf school (payable on site)
- Relax on the beach
- Visit beachfront cafés
Landmarks Weligama Beach - Day 9
Weligama
This day is about recharging and taking care of yourself. Start early with a sunrise yoga session right on the beach, then grab brunch at one of the cozy cafes in town. After that, settle into a hammock for some quiet time, or book a spa treatment if you want something more indulgent. End things by watching the sunset from the beach.
Optional Activities
- Sunrise yoga session on the beach
- Brunch at local cafés
- Beach relaxation and reading
- Barefoot beach walk
- Spa treatment (payable, optional)
- Water activities
- Sunset viewing
Landmarks Weligama Beach - Day 10
Optional: Mirissa or Galle
You've got options today. Take a tuk tuk to Mirissa to see Coconut Tree Hill and possibly join a whale watching tour if that appeals to you. Or stay local and grab your surfboard for another session. If you'd rather skip the beach, head to the colonial town of Galle and wander through its charming alleyways, browse boutiques, and visit the famous lighthouse.
Optional Activities
- Tuk tuk transfer to Mirissa (payable locally)
- Visit Coconut Tree Hill
- Whale watching tour (payable, seasonal)
- Surfing in Mirissa (payable locally)
- Tuk tuk transfer to Galle (payable locally)
- Explore Galle's colonial old town and alleyways
- Visit Galle lighthouse
Landmarks Coconut Tree Hill Galle Fort Galle Lighthouse - Day 11
Departure from Weligama
It's time to start saying goodbye to Sri Lanka. Head back to Colombo from Weligama, reflecting on your time here. The fragrant spices, green hills, beautiful beaches, and bustling cities have given you plenty to remember and plenty of photos to sort through when you get home.
Included Activities
- Private transfer from Weligama to Colombo
- Day 12
Return Flight
Board your flight from Colombo and head back home with a camera roll full of Sri Lankan memories. You're carrying kilos of souvenirs and stories, plus that specific kind of travel tiredness that comes from doing it all. The adventure's over, but the memories stick around.
